Your All Things Plants newsletter for May 14, 2012

• 43 new members.
• 161 new threads.
• 3,315 new posts.
• 951 new images to the plant database.
• 87 new comments in the plant database.

There were 10 new gardening ideas posted last week:

By mcash70 May 14, 2012 A quick snow tip In cold zones where you are fortunate enough to get snow, it's a good idea to shovel extra snow on plants and shrubs, especially near the foundation as it doesn't always get good coverage. The plants are more likely to die from drying out rather than the cold. (one comment)

By Sharon May 13, 2012 Garden Tours: Huggergirl, (Tamara) Northeast Indiana might give gardeners a challenge with its hilly terrain, but Tamara is meeting that challenge with beautiful blooms. Let's take a look as she shares her gardens with us. (543 words - Read the full article) (15 comments)

By chelle May 12, 2012 Hardening off seedlings When you need to be away for the day, and you're not sure about continuing weather conditions, evergreen trees or low-branched leafy shrubs can help baby-sit your seedlings while you're away. (149 words - Read the full article) (5 comments)

By dave May 12, 2012 Are you getting your weekly ideas in your email? Subscribe to the ATP newsletter so that you can receive these tips, articles and other ideas in your email inbox! (5 comments)

By Mindy03 May 11, 2012 May plants for honey bees May is the month when late spring blooms are going strong and early summer blooms are getting ready to show off. The living is good for honey bees. (360 words - Read the full article) (7 comments)

By Trish May 10, 2012 Review: Young's Garden Sedums, Sempervivums, and Succulents - they are all the rage in gardening circles. Join me now as I review one of the leaders - Young's Garden. (443 words - Read the full article) (12 comments)

By SongofJoy May 10, 2012 Poison ivy tip Need to eradicate poison ivy in your yard this spring? If the leaves are still young and shiny, spray the plant with a solution of 4 tablespoons pure liquid soap (not detergent) mixed in a quart of water. This can kill surrounding vegetation as well so be careful when spraying. And don't handle any parts of the dead plants without gloves and skin protection since the toxic oil (urushiol) can remain active for years in a dead poison ivy plant. (9 comments)

By goldfinch4 May 9, 2012 Deck saver tip Leaking water from containers can be hard on your deck. Prevent water damage by placing decorative "feet" or stones under your containers to allow air flow. (7 comments)

By psa May 8, 2012 A quick tip about aphids Aphids come in all colors, including green, yellow, red, and black, doing damage primarily to young, tender foliage and buds. They're defenseless and can easily be squished, brushed, or sprayed off. Insecticidal soap sprays and oils may be used as well, but they will harm your aphid predators, too. Control for ants in the area, since colonies often spread aphids, protecting them and feeding off of the sticky sweet substance they produce. (one comment)

By valleylynn May 8, 2012 Discovering alpine and sub-alpine plants I was a long time coming to the realization of the vast scope and variety of alpine plants. There are many of them that are easy to grow, if given the right conditions. (1,703 words - Read the full article) (35 comments)